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Eduardo's Construction & Paving
4.8(
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eduardo is excellent: On time, superb workmanship and quality, fair price. Don't hesitate to hire Eduardo for your driveway work."
All new construction
New driveway installation
Driveways
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+51

Response time9 hrs
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.9(
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I'm not going to lie, Diego and his crews is hardworking people and did a great job on landscaping. Prices is little bit high?... but I'm not sure since I don't know anything about landscaping. I am happy with my results. Definitely, hiring them again to do my next fence."
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Lawn maintenance

+8

Response time3 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Roberto's Affordable Landscaping
4.3(
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Roberto and his crew were wonderful! They arrived on time and went right to work. He was easy to deal with, and took his time to answer all our questions. I would not hesitate to call him again. He was great!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate96%
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Sonart Construction Corp.
2.7(
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Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
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J Mays Asphalt
New to Angi

Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

Response time6 days
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P & L Custom Homes & Excavation LLC
New to Angi

Serving Needham, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\n

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Needham, MA

To calculate how much pea gravel you need for your project, multiply the length, width, and depth of the area you want to cover to find the volume in cubic feet. Then, divide that number by 27 to convert it to cubic yards to determine the amount of pea gravel you need.

A yard of pea gravel weighs about 1.3 tons or 2,600 pounds. Keep in mind that wet gravel weighs more than dry, and different types of gravel can vary in weight. For example, due to its density, river rock weighs significantly more than crushed stone and pea gravel.

The ideal depth for pea gravel depends on the type and size of your project. You'll need at least two to three inches for walkways and patios and a minimum of six inches for driveways to support heavy vehicles and prevent shifting over time. Aim for a depth of three to four inches in decorative garden beds or drainage areas.

Pea gravel is attractive, versatile, and low-maintenance. It provides excellent drainage, making it ideal for pathways, driveways, and garden beds. On the downside, its sharp texture isn't ideal for bare feet, and it can be challenging to weed or remove once installed. It can also shift underfoot without proper edging, creating an uneven surface.

Alternative landscaping materials you can use instead of pea gravel include wood chips, decomposed granite, crushed stone, pebbles, quartz, mulch, sand, and river rock. These materials offer different aesthetics, performance, and costs, so it’s important to do your research to determine which one best fits your landscape design and budget.

Many homeowners choose pea gravel because it requires minimal upkeep compared to other landscaping materials. You'll need to rake it occasionally to redistribute the stones and maintain an even surface. Pros also recommend installing weed barrier fabric beneath the gravel to prevent unwanted growth, although some weeds may still appear over time.

The Needham, MA homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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